Bulk Item Disposal: Auburn vs Kirkland
How do bulk item disposal rules compare between Auburn, WA and Kirkland, WA?
Auburn and Kirkland have similar restriction levels.
Auburn, WA
King County
Auburn residents dispose of bulky items through WM on-call bulky pickup (fee per item) or by self-hauling to the Algona Transfer Station. Illegal dumping is prohibited under ACC 8.16.030.
View full Auburn rules →Kirkland, WA
King County
Kirkland residents arrange bulky pickup with Waste Management for extra fees (mattresses, furniture, appliances). Hazardous waste must go to King County facilities. Illegal dumping violates KMC 16.04.
View full Kirkland rules →Key Facts Comparison
| Fact | Auburn | Kirkland |
|---|---|---|
| Code Reference | ACC 8.16.030 Unlawful Dumping | - |
| Bulky Pickup | WM on-call, per-item fee | - |
| Transfer Station | Algona Transfer Station, King County | - |
| Hazardous Waste | King County Haz Waste program | - |
| Bulk Pickup | - | On-call through WM |
| HHW Facility | - | Houghton Transfer Station |
| Refrigerants | - | Extra fee required |
| Electronics | - | Not at curb |
| Illegal Dumping | - | KMC 16.04 violation |
Highlighted rows indicate differences between cities.
Auburn FAQ
How do I get rid of a couch in Auburn?
Schedule an on-call bulky-item pickup with WM (800-592-9995 or My WM portal) or self-haul to the Algona Transfer Station. Couches cannot go in a standard garbage cart.
Can I leave old furniture at the curb in Auburn?
No. Dumping furniture or appliances at the curb without a scheduled pickup is illegal dumping under ACC 8.16.030 and can result in fines and cleanup costs.
Kirkland FAQ
How do I dispose of a mattress in Kirkland?
Schedule on-call bulky item pickup through Waste Management, or take it to the Houghton Transfer Station in Kirkland for a per-item fee.
Can I put a refrigerator at the curb?
Only with prior scheduling and extra fees for refrigerant removal. Never abandon appliances with refrigerants curbside.
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